Vaddepalli Srinivas

Vaddepalli Srinivas was an Indian singer and folk artist who worked in Telugu cinema. He had won Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer – Telugu for the song "Gannulanti Kannulunna Pilla" from Gabbar Singh.

Early life and career

Vaddepalli Srinivas was born in Warangal district of Andhra Pradesh, India. His family moved to Hyderabad in his childhood. He started singing at the age of 3. He was initially interested in sports and worked as a physical education teacher at a school in Krishna district. Later, he released an independent album Kaliki Chilukalu in 1994 through Meghana Audio which became popular. The same year he debuted as a playback singer with "Garam Garam Pyai Gajjala Sanari" song, composed by Raj–Koti from the film Namste Anna. He has later sung many independent folk songs.

Death

Srinivas died on 29 February 2024, aged 64, at his residence in Hyderabad due to health related issues.